On Episode Nineteen of Mindful Warrior Radio, I am joined by Danell Leyva a two-time Olympian and three-time Olympic medalist for the men’s USA gymnastics team. Today, Danell wears many hats. He’s an actor, writer, performer, advocate, coach, and mentor. No stranger to pressure or performance, Danell describes the roller coaster ride of being named an alternate to the 2016 US Olympic Team and then being called to compete after a member of Team USA was injured. Danell went on to medal in two events at the 2016 Games in Brazil. A charismatic athlete turned actor, Danell has an authentic and open way of sharing inspiring life lessons.

In this episode, Danell talks about the practice of letting go, the mindset needed to recover after making mistakes and failing, the role of self-compassion in living a happy life, the relationship between confid ...